Navigating the Future of University Governance: Lessons from 250 Years of Experience
Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Lauren Zalaznick, author of Letters from the Corporation of Brown University: Lives of Usefulness and Reputation, discuss the evolution and future of university governance. Drawing from over 250 years of trustee resignation letters at Brown University, they share invaluable insights on leadership, adaptability, and effective governance in higher education.
Key Discussion Points
Historical Context and Evolving Governance:
Strategic Planning in Higher Education:
Roles and Responsibilities of University Trustees:
Navigating Campus Crises and Controversial Issues:
Leadership Development in Higher Education:
Adapting Governance for the Digital Age:
Three Key Takeaways for University Leaders and Boards
Final Thoughts
The episode concludes with a call for university leaders to view governance as a foundation for effective leadership. By creating inclusive, adaptable, and purposeful governance models, institutions can navigate the complexities of modern higher education while staying true to their core missions.
Read the transcript or extended show summary on our website at https://changinghighered.com/university-governance-strategic-insights-from-brown/
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About Our Guest
Lauren Zalaznick has devoted her career in media to transforming the cultural landscape.
Zalaznick has received two Peabody Awards and numerous Emmy Awards. TIME magazine named her one of the \u201cTIME 100: World\u2019s Most Influential People,\u201d and her interviews have been archived at the Television Academy Foundation. Her TED talk, \u201cThe Conscience of Television,\u201d has been viewed and
shared close to a million times. Zalaznick graduated with a degree in English from Brown\xa0University in 1984, magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa.
About the Host
Dr. Drumm McNaughton\xa0is the founder, CEO, and Principal Consultant at\xa0The Change Leader, Inc. A highly sought-after higher education consultant with 20+ years of experience, Dr. McNaughton works with leadership, management, and boards of both U.S. and international institutions. His expertise spans key areas, including accreditation, governance, strategic planning, presidential onboarding, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances.
Dr. McNaughton\u2019s approach combines a holistic methodology with a deep understanding of the contemporary and evolving challenges facing higher education institutions worldwide to ensure his clients succeed in their mission.